Chief Electrical Estimator

Chief Electrical Estimator / Business Development

Location: Massachusetts

Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: On-site / Hybrid

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Vehicle + Benefits

A Unique Opportunity for an Electrical Estimator Looking to Grow Beyond Estimating

An established and growing electrical contractor is seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator to join its preconstruction team.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys estimating but is interested in expanding into client relationships, business development, and strategic growth. You'll work directly with company leadership and play a key role in both winning work and helping shape long-term customer partnerships.

Initially, the role will focus primarily on estimating, with increasing exposure to client-facing responsibilities as you develop within the position.

About the Company

Our client is a well-established electrical contractor with decades of success delivering commercial and industrial projects throughout the Northeast and beyond.

With a strong reputation for quality, technical expertise, and long-term client relationships, the company has experienced significant growth in recent years while maintaining a collaborative, family-oriented culture. Their project portfolio includes commercial facilities, industrial environments, manufacturing projects, automated distribution centers, and other complex electrical installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and bid proposals for commercial and industrial electrical projects
• Perform takeoffs, review drawings and specifications, and evaluate project scope
• Manage RFIs and coordinate bid submissions
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and supplier pricing
• Support Project Managers during project hand-off to ensure a smooth transition from estimate to execution
• Participate in job site visits and project reviews to better understand field operations and project delivery
• Attend preconstruction meetings and client discussions alongside company leadership
• Build relationships with general contractors, owners, and industry partners
• Assist with business development initiatives and opportunity tracking
• Contribute to the continued growth of the company's client base and project pipeline

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of electrical estimating experience
• Experience bidding commercial and/or industrial electrical projects independently
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems
• Experience with ConEst or similar estimating software preferred
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with operations, clients, and leadership teams
• Willingness to travel regionally as required

What's in It for You?

• Competitive compensation package
• Company vehicle
• Health, dental, and 401(k) benefits
• Paid holidays
• Direct mentorship from ownership and senior leadership
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-profile commercial and industrial projects
• A genuine opportunity to transition from estimating into client-facing and business development responsibilities
• Long-term career growth with an established, financially stable contractor

If you're an experienced electrical estimator looking for more than a traditional estimating role and want to play a broader part in a growing organization, we'd love to hear from you.